Welcome to Mr. P's Media Literacy Website!!!

My name is Mr. Priolo and I am currently teaching Grade 2, 3, 4 and 5 Media Literacy at McKee Public School.

"Media Literacy explores the impact and influence of mass media and popular culture by examining texts such as advertisements, television shows, newspapers, and websites." (Ontario Curriculum Grades 1-8 Language 2006)

It is my goal to use the computer as a tool for teaching Media Literacy. This years students will:

1. Improve their language skills and learn various fun and exciting software through integrated assignments and activities;2. Identify various media forms and discuss how they influence various people in our society;3. Use a computer to create a variety of media texts for different purposes and audiences.

Mr. Priolo's Media Literacy Site was created to strengthen the student, parent, and teacher relationship by improving communication. It provides a brief Curriculum Map for each grade level so that parents and students can have a better understanding of the expectations and current tasks being explored and created in the lab. The site is also linked to our school website which hosts details about our wonderful school and helpful links for all. The McKee Podcast Centre, where students voice their opinions on various topics, and The McKee Media Literacy Centre, where work samples from my classes are housed, can also be accessed from this site. I hope you have the time to explore some of these resources, links and work samples. Feel free to email me with any questions or concerns.

Enjoy!!!

"Computers are educational tools used for teaching, learning, and creating at our school. "